Ukraine: domestic trio to compete for lottery licences 

Ukraine has closed its application window to compete for the stewardship of state-run lottery licences. The closure was announced by PlayCity, which continues to operate as Ukraine’s gambling and lottery regulator amidst the ongoing war in the country following Russia’s 2022 invasion. In December, the Ministry of Digital Transformation (MDT) confirmed it would begin reviewing […]

Nigel Farage: “Most high street bookies will be gone in a year”

Nigel Farage continues to position himself as a ‘political ally’ of UK gambling in the aftermath of the Autumn Statement and its impact on the economy and job losses. The leader of Reform UK, Farage is a vocal critic of the new tax rate on Remote Gaming Duty (RGD) that will be increased from 21% […]

Commons hears cry to toughen rules on all high-street gaming venues  

In the House of Commons, ministers appear unified in their view that more restrictions should be applied to UK gambling, with the industry’s legislative and policy resolutions viewed as unfinished business. An opening week of criticism concluded with a Commons debate, which saw backbenchers debate high-street gambling reforms, focusing in particular on the proliferation of […]

COVID-19 Lockdown Unlicenced Bingo Operator Spared Prison

A Belfast man who ran an illegal bingo operation from his home during the Covid-19 lockdown has avoided an immediate prison sentence after being convicted of serious gambling offences. Connor McAreavey, 36, of Leeson Street, Belfast, appeared before Belfast Crown Court after previously pleading guilty to organising or managing prohibited gaming between January 2020 and […]

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Oren Cohen Shwartz, Delasport: “A great sportsbook feels personal, fast, and worth coming back to”

Sports betting succeeds when players enjoy the experience – not just when they engage with betting or get boosted odds.  Modern bettors expect speed, quality, relevance, and excitement in every session. They want to find their favorite events instantly, feel understood by the brand, and stay fully engaged beyond betting alone. Delasport’s CEO Oren Cohen Shwartz believes the sportsbook experience […]

UKGC New Gambling Rules: What You Need to Know

The UK Gambling Commission is rolling out a series of significant regulatory changes that will reshape the online gambling market from January  19th, 2026, with bingo and online slots among the most affected sectors. The reforms, which stem from the government’s Gambling Act review, are designed to reduce gambling-related harm and make promotions easier for […]

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